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This proclamation returns the following areas to normal closure boundaries: Greenville Sound, a portion of Newport River, Core Creek, North River, Ward Creek, Whitehurst Creek, Jarrett Bay, and Oyster Creek.
Effective Date: Shellfish reopening effective at sunrise, Friday, April 14, 2023.
Issued Date: 4/13/2023
Counties Affected: New Hanover and Carteret